Why is fiber internet better than cable?

Cable was designed for voice and TV, not internet. With fiber internet, data is delivered through light-speed signals over fiber-optic lines. Fiber-optic lines use thin strands of glass or plastic to transmit data using light, which allows for significantly faster, more reliable and more secure data transmission compared to traditional copper-based cables used in cable internet. This means that fiber internet can deliver download and upload speeds that are much faster and more consistent than cable internet.

With cable internet, upload speeds are significantly slower than download speeds – holding back live-streaming TV, video calling, gaming, uploading photos and more. With fiber internet, upload and download speeds are equal and faster. Cable internet also uses a shared bandwidth, often leading to peak-hour slowdowns. With Lumos Fiber Internet, you get a dedicated line running right to your door.

And that’s not all! Fiber internet offers environmental benefits, too. Unlike DSL or coaxial cables that rely on copper, fiber-optic lines require fewer non-renewable natural resources to manufacture. In fact, they’re made from two incredibly abundant elements: silicon and oxygen. How cool is that?